1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Axel | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
